Civil rights leaders are influential figures in the promotion and implementation of political freedom and the expansion of personal civil liberties and rights. They work to protect individuals and groups from political repression and discrimination by governments and private organizations, and seek to ensure the ability of all members of society to participate in the civil and political life of the state.

B. R. Ambedkar (1891–1956) — reformer who drafted Constitution of India, campaigned for Indian independence, Fought for the women's rights (Hindu Code Bill), fought discrimination and inequality among the people